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Safety Data Sheet EN

Glycerol

CAS 56-81-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Glycerol
Product Code
G5516

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
56-81-5 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119471987-18-XXXX

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

manufacturer

Brusselsesteenweg 288 B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Synonyms : 1,2,3-Propanetriol Glycerin Formula : C3H8O3 Molecular weight : 92,09 g/mol CAS-No. : 56-81-5 EC-No. : 200-289-5

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
1,2,3-Propanetriol EC: 200-289-5 56-81-5 --- No

Notes

No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

fresh air.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult doctor if feeling unwell.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Combustible. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up with liquid-absorbent and neutralising material. Clean up affected area.

Materials: liquid-absorbent and neutralising material (e.g. Chemizorb® H ⁺ , Merck Art. No. 101595)

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril® L. Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:KCL 741 Dermatril® L. This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter A-(P2). The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
viscous
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: -1,75 at 25 °C - Bioaccumulation is not expected.
Upper Explosive Limit
19 %(V) at 1013 hPa
Molecular Weight
---
Softening Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Vapor Pressure
< 0,001 hPa at 20 °C
Colour Intensity
---
Relative Density
No data available
Ph
ca.5 at 100 g/l at 20 °C
Evaporation Rate
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Lower Explosive Limit
2,7 %(V) at 1013 hPa
Appearance
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solidification Point
---
Flash Point
199 °C at ca.1.013 hPa - Pensky-Martens closed cup - ISO 2719
Form
---
Odor
odorless
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Colour
clear
Boiling Point
182 °C at 27 hPa
Flammability
No data available
Dynamic Viscosity
1.412 mPa.s at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 114, 6 mPa.s at 30 °C - OECD Test Guideline 114, 14,8 mPa.s at 100 °C - OECD Test Guideline 114
Solubility
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
370 °C
Bulk Density
---
Vapor Density
---
Odor Threshold
---
Freezing Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
> 290 °C
Solubility In Fat
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Solubility In Water
1.000 g/l at 25 °C - miscible
Cloud Point
---
Melting Point
20 °C
Properties Status
---
Density
1,25 g/mL
Voc Content
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .

Reactivity

Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. A range from approx. 15 Kelvin below the flash point is to be rated as critical.

Hazardous reactions

Risk of explosion with: halogens Strong oxidizing agents peroxi compounds hydrogen peroxide Nitriles perchloric acid with Lead oxides Nitric acid with sulfuric acid. Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: potassium permanganate hydrides calcium hypochlorite Fluorine with Lead oxides. Exothermic reaction with: Oxides of phosphorus chromium(VI) oxide phosphorus halides Acetic anhydride with phosphorous oxichloride with Nitrobenzene

Avoid

Strong heating.

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Glycerol?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Glycerol?

Glycerol is a viscous with clear color. It has odorless odor.

What is Glycerol used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What is the melting point of Glycerol?

The melting point is 20 °C and the boiling point is 182 °C at 27 hPa.